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Osteopathic principles

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Osteopathic Principles

As osteopaths, we aim to improve your overall health and wellness. We treat the whole person, not just a single condition or area. Our patients seek out osteopathic treatment for a range of conditions from neck and back pain, to sports injuries, and headaches.

The way we approach the assessment and treatment of each patient is guided by the osteopathic principles. Read on to find out more about our holistic approach to treatment!

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd November 17, 2022

Initial Osteopathy appointment

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First osteopathy appointment? – Here’s what to expect.

An osteopath aims to improve a person’s overall health and wellness by treating the whole person, not just a single condition or area. If you’ve heard about the benefits of osteopathy but are unsure what to expect at your first appointment, we’re here to help. Here are the answers to some of the common questions from new patients about what to expect at the initial appointment.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd November 1, 2022

exercise for osteoporosis

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Exercise For Osteoporosis

It’s World Osteoporosis Day this month (on October 20th) so let’s look at the benefits of exercise for bone health and osteoporosis.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd October 20, 2022

arthritis treatment

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Osteopathy To Help Arthritis

Read on to find out more about the main types of arthritis and how osteopathic treatment could help to manage your symptoms to improve your quality of life.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd October 1, 2022

Osteopathy for neck pain

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OSTEOPATHY FOR NECK PAIN

Neck pain is a common reason that people come to us seeking osteopathic treatment.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd September 16, 2022

Pilates for health

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HAVE YOU TRIED PILATES?

Whether you’re a long-distance runner or at the start of a new fitness routine, Pilates has something for everybody.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd September 2, 2022

calf strain - sports injury in Maidstone and Rainham

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INJURY BLOG: CALF MUSCLE STRAIN

Muscle strains are a common reason our patients seek out osteopathic treatment. Read on to find out about the different causes and treatment options for calf injuries.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd August 2, 2022

Self-care for wellbeing

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Self-care isn’t selfish

You may have heard the saying ‘you can’t pour from an empty cup’. When it comes to mental health and your wellbeing, self-care can be vital to help you recharge and take time out for yourself and your needs.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd July 16, 2022

osteopathy for lower back pain

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OSTEOPATHY FOR LOWER BACK PAIN

Are you suffering from lower back pain? You’re not alone! Did you know that four out of five people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives? Lower back pain is a common reason our patients seek out osteopathic care.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd July 2, 2022

Carpal tunnel syndrome

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CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Are you experiencing wrist pain or numbness in the fingers and hands that worsens at night? Carpal tunnel syndrome could be to blame.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd June 17, 2022

Diabetes

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What is Diabetes?

You may have heard of diabetes, but are you familiar with the signs and symptoms? Let’s take a dive to learn more…

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd June 3, 2022

hamstring strain - sports injuries Maidstone and Rainham

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INJURY BLOG: HAMSTRING STRAIN

Have you ever started a new running program with a little too much enthusiasm and ended up hobbling around the house, wincing when you go to sit down or stand up? A strained hamstring is the likely culprit! The hamstring is the group of three muscles that run down the back of your thigh. It is a common sports injury, and one of the most commonly injured muscles among runners.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd May 17, 2022

Osteopath faqs

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Osteopathy FAQs

So you’ve heard about the health benefits of osteopathic treatment and you still have some questions… We’ve got you! We have compiled answers to frequently asked questions that we get asked as osteopaths.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd May 1, 2022

golfers elbow

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INJURY BLOG: MEDIAL EPICONDYLITIS (GOLFER’S ELBOW)

You may have heard of tennis elbow, but are you familiar with its counterpart, golfer’s elbow? Both are tendon injuries; the connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. So what’s the difference? This problem in the outer elbow is known as tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), while golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) is located in the inner elbow and forearm.

Read on to learn more about the causes and symptoms of golfer’s elbow, and how it is treated.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd April 17, 2022

osteopathy to help pain

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The Skeletal System

Did you know that the human skeleton has 206 bones! It’s no wonder that the skeletal system accounts for almost a quarter of a person’s body weight. Let’s take a look at your skeletal system and ways to help it function optimally.

Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd April 2, 2022

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